Softball Game Preview: Tri County Area Vikings vs. Newaygo Lions

The Tri County Area Vikings will challenge the Newaygo Lions at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Tri County Area has given up an average of 16.6 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Tri County Area lost 16-6 to Vestaburg on Monday.

Meanwhile, Newaygo was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell 11-6 to Kent City.

Gabby Arney made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-4 with one home run and three RBI. That home run was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Ella Luchies, who went 1-for-4 with one home run.

Tri County Area's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Newaygo, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-7.

Tri County Area might still be hurting after the 16-0 loss they got from Newaygo in their previous meeting back in April of 2025. Will the Vikings have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.